Vodder Method (MLD) Manual Lymphatic Drainage

Gentle, rhythmic treatment supporting the lymphatic system.

“Light, rhytmic touch that encourages your body’s natural healing pathways.”

What Is MLD?

Manual Lymphatic Drainage using the Vodder Method is a gentle, precise technique developed in the 1930s by Dr Emil and Estrid Vodder. It supports the lymphatic system – the body’s fluid, detoxification and immune network – through carefully trained, rhythmic hand movements that encourage lymph flow.

MLD is widely used in hospitals and lymphodema services across the UK and Europe. It is particularly effective after cancer treatment, lymph node removal, trauma and surgery.

Who Is It For?

MLD is ideal for:

• Lymphodema (lymphodema specialist therapist) or risk of lymphodema 

• Post-cancer treatment swelling

• After lymph node removal (specialist trained therapist)

• Post surgical recovery (cosmetic or medical)

• Radiotherapy-related tightness or congestion

• Chronic inflammation or fluid retention

• Fatigue, brings fog and nervous system overload

• Anyone needing gentle, restorative treatment

Benefits of MLD

• Reduces swelling and fluid retention

• Supports healing after surgery

• Helps manage lymphodema symptoms

• Encourages lymphatic and immune function

• Eases discomfort and heaviness

• Calms the nervous system

• Supports recovery during and after cancer treatment

What to Expect in a Session

• Very gentle, rhythmic and deeply calming touch

• Work on neck to open the pathways and then the area(s) required for your personal treatment

• Space to talk through symptoms or concerns

• Adaptations for fatigue, pain etc

• Option to combine with scar therapy if relevant

• Option to combine an MLD facial with reflexology for top to toe calming and rebalancing

• Practical advice for home care and self-management

Why Work With Me?

As a Vodder trained therapist, I bring an advanced, clinically recognised qualification in MLD and lymphodema care. My work is shaped by oncology training, extensive hands-on experience and a deep understanding of the emotional and physical challenges of recovery.

Qualifications (relevant to MLD)

• Vodder Method of MLD (Level 1 therapist)  and Lymphodema Therapist (Currently training to complete in April 2026)

• Specialist Oncology Massage and Post-Surgical Adaptations

• Advanced Cancer Rehabilitation training

• Anatomy Trains Structural Integration

• GP referral

📍Clacton-on-Sea – weekly clinic

📍Bury-St-Edmunds – monthly clinic

🏡 Home Visits Available (additional cost)